PM has created a new 'normal'; ready for discussion on note ban: FM

November 22, 2016 11:19

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in BJP Parliamentary party meet:

* "We are ready for discussion on demonetisation, have said it many times."

* "By stopping what was considered 'normal' for the last 70 years, PM Narendra Modi has created a new 'normal'."

* "Some people claim that even I didn't know about demonetisation move, and then they claim that the party knew beforehand."

* "We will be focusing more on getting the new currency to rural areas as it is the sowing season"

* "For next few weeks we are planning to focus on agricultural sector, Rabi season is also coming."

* "Everyone should consider the intent behind the demonetisation move, how it will help the poor and the country on the long run."

* "Cash will continue to exist but there'll be a greater focus on digital currency."

* "We have managed to stop black money that gets routed through Mauritius and Cyprus. Talks are on with Singapore."

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